Zidisha | Direct, transparent philanthropy

Fund life-changing projects in developing countries

Direct, transparent philanthropy

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Fast Facts

Since our founding in 2009, Zidisha has been at the forefront of the direct person-to-person philanthropy movement.

307,778

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,190,400

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

458,116

Number of people that have joined as backers and entrepreneurs

Esther raised $150 to expand her grocery shop."With Zidisha on my side, I will attain my dream of providing a secure future for my family."

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What makes Zidisha special?

Transparent crowdfunding

Contribute any amount to the entrepreneur you choose.

Direct communication

Entrepreneurs share their stories, photos and progress updates.

Entrepreneurs pay it forward

Funds are reinvested in new entrepreneurs upon project completion.

Featured Projects

Remarkable entrepreneurs transforming their communities

20% raised · $287 to go

Add stock of cereals in my shop

Kisii, Kenya

By MaryFood Retail

53% raised · $234 to go

Pilot broiler chicken rearing for sustainable livelihoods

Mombasa, Kenya

By PaulineLivestock

31% raised · $379 to go

Vintrose goat and poultry farm

Lwanda Nyamasare Kasgunga, Kenya

By VincentLivestock

1% raised · $215 to go

Jewels hair salon

Kiserian, Kenya

By JackyBeauty

5% raised · $336 to go

W grocery store

Palembang, Indonesia

By WarnaFood Retail

2% raised · $432 to go

Add drinks and provisions to my shop

Ibadan, Nigeria

By AtandaFood Retail

8% raised · $569 to go

Delivery bike purchase

Nairobi, Kenya

By BarakaTransportation

7% raised · $1,522 to go

Bulk purchase of inventory for my shop

Eldoret, Kenya

By MutaiHome Supplies

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